Latest in Tag: 25 January revolution Highlight
Latest in Tag: 25 January revolution

Al-Sisi’s blindside
A safe car journey often begins with adjusting the driver’s mirrors enabling him to better watch the road. However, in autocratic countries, driving rulers tend to adjust their mirrors to look at themselves rather than watching the road – a behaviour that might eventually lead to accident. Egypt, under Al-Sisi’s regime, is certainly keeping a …

Ahmed Ezz loses appeal over financial control in corruption case
Freeze on former NDP secretary general prevents him from running in upcoming elections

Al-Dostour Party launches campaign on political detainees, torture, forced disappearances
“Ironically, we keep holding on to presidency’s fake promises of release,” says politician
In Pictures: From anger to tears of happiness
The rollercoaster of emotions surrounding Mohamed Morsi’s ouster
Appeal for 25 January anniversary trial verdict rejected
68 defendants were fined EGP 50,000 each over protest charges

Court might withdraw death sentence in Morsi trial: Experts
Defence team spokesperson in “Prison Break” and espionage trials anticipates court to withdraw many death sentences

7 minors sentenced in Al-Qubba Palace clashes case
Clashes erupted between protesters and police outside the Al-Qubba presidential palace in February 2013

A jihadi in the making
We used to work together in the same company during the 25 January Revolution, a genius upper-middle class young man in his mid-twenties and I was his manager. We would run into each other in Tahrir Square chanting the same slogans of “bread, freedom and social justice”, and carrying the same banners demanding change. After …
6 Mansoura University students sentenced to 3-7 years in prison by military court
Since last October, 184 students have been referred to military trial according to an Egyptian Commission for Rights and Freedoms (ECRF) survey

Egypt’s anti-democratic trajectory
By Wael Eskandar What’s happening in Egypt now is beyond dangerous for those willing to think it through. At first glance, the overwhelming support for President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi caused observers to envisage a stable outlook towards the country’s future. After all, Egyptians are willing to endure dire economic conditions because of their trust in …

Court accepts appeal against acquittal of officer over killing protesters charges
El-Sunni is charged with participating in the killing of 18 protesters and injuring three others on 28 January 2011

IGA appeals Al-Adly’s acquittal on corruption charges
Court had acquitted Al-Adly who was accused of illicitly obtaining EGP 181m

68 protesters fined EGP 50,000 each in 25 January anniversary trial
Protesters acquitted of Protest Law crimes subject to imprisonment

Forensic department spokesperson sacked
Spokesperson was investigated over TV interview comments on activist Shaimaa Al-Sabbagh’s killing

Authorities trying to save their man: Al-Sabbagh defence lawyer
Forensic Authority spokesman attributed activist’s death to being “too slim”, and being unable to withstand the birdshots

A Minister of Interior with Al-Adly’s heritage: profile
Abdel Ghaffar was appointed head of the new agency in December 2011, and had already spoken in the media about his view of the agency’s role after the Revolution.

Refki El-Razzaz revives the spirit of civilisation
El-Razzaz is a true advocate for art in Egypt. His method mainly depends on critical thinking and genuine identity.

Court closes Khaled Said ‘police torture’ case
Court refused the appeal, the defendants were sentenced to ten years in prison

Court adjourns trial of 68 defendants in revolution anniversary protests case
Judge said next session will continue to hear defence argument, asks for lawyers to settle disputes
Real estate investors hope for growth with government-related initiatives: Experts
Real estate workers are hoping the sector will recover and return to the growth rates visible prior to the 25 January Revolution. It is hoped the recovery will stem from the government’s Suez Canal Project and its plan to offer several other mega projects, on the North Coast, Upper Egypt, and in the Golden Triangle …

I write to tell the story of our generation: Novelist Yasser Ahmed
In his interview with Daily News Egypt, writer Yasser Ahmed revealed some secrets about the preparation of his first two novels, his favorite writers as well as his upcoming novels and literary works.
Kaki demands Egyptian government refund EGP 1bn
Kaki Group would not terminate its Egypt investments despite smear campaigns led by former employees of the company, says Kaki Group owner
Ministry intensifies communications with tourism companies for ITB Berlin: TAA President
Tourism Ministry sets companies’ subscription value in exhibition at €1,350, with reservation of 200sqm

Amusement parks seek visitor increase through special offers
School year influencing park visits rather than violence and demonstrations, says Dolphin Park director
2 February: Who let the camels out?
Egypt’s 25 January Revolution left Egypt’s modern history with many unanswered questions. Who opened the prisons and released scores of prisoners? Who torched police stations? Where did the police go on the night of 28 January? Who were the thousands of armed men who attacked protesters in Tahrir Square on 2 February, 2011? Or, …

Interior ministry to release 312 prisoners
Initiative part of ministry’s emphasis on “respecting human rights”

Revolutionary groups vow escalation as death toll increases
Human Rights Watch demands that prosecutors investigate excessive use of force; student protesters say yesterday was an “accomplishment”
25 January anniversary, 25 journalists abused: Journalists Against Torture
Rally attacked in front of Press Syndicate

Tahrir and Abdel Moneim Riyadh squares, 4 years on
A flashpoint of protests during the 25 January Revolution, the squares are now silent
Update: 2 police officers injured in Alf Maskan explosion
Series of explosions occur across Egypt leading up to 25 January Revolution fourth anniversary